Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated a TIDCO welfare housing complex in Tirupati, marking the start of over 2.5 lakh housewarming ceremonies across the state. Following the earlier distribution of three lakh houses in Rayachoti, the second phase aims to benefit more underprivileged families statewide.
Sikkim has set up a central State Control Room in Gangtok and district-level units across six districts to monitor LPG distribution amid West Asia conflict concerns. Operating 24×7, the control rooms will regulate refills, prevent black marketing, prioritize essential services, enforce the Essential Commodities Act, and coordinate with IOCL, HPCL, and BPCL.
The Pakistan Super League was hit by controversy after Fakhar Zaman was charged with ball tampering during a Lahore Qalandars vs Karachi Kings match. Umpires awarded five penalty runs and changed the ball in a crucial final over. Karachi chased 129 with three balls left, while Zaman denied charges and faces a disciplinary hearing.
BJP president Nitin Nabin accused Congress of enabling illegal Bangladeshi migration into Assam, claiming the BJP stopped it after coming to power. At a Morigaon rally, he criticized Rahul Gandhi for snubbing the traditional Assamese gamocha while embracing a mosque skull cap, saying it hurt local cultural sentiments and outraged the people.
The Indian rupee slumped to a historic low of 95.20 per US dollar as the Iran war rattled global markets. Brent crude surged above $100 per barrel, intensifying pressure on India’s import bill. Foreign investors pulled out heavily, while RBI interventions offered limited relief, reflecting the impact of geopolitical tensions on India’s economy.
Rumors of Peddi’s postponement resurfaced, while makers remain silent. Industry distrust has other films ready for April 30. Lenin’s team postponed May 1 release to June 26, citing goodwill toward “Peddi” and Akhil-Charan friendship. Naga Vamsi insists “Peddi” releases on time, but social media questions if Lenin’s delay is strategic or due to work setbacks.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with Assam BJP workers via the NaMo App, urging stronger grassroots efforts for the BJP-NDA hattrick. He highlighted Assam’s progress under the BJP, warned against AI-driven fake videos, criticized past Congress mismanagement, and stressed peace, stability, and informed first-time voters ahead of Assembly elections.
Speculation is rife about a possible Allu Arjun-Basil Joseph collaboration, reportedly called “AA25,” while “AA24” remains unclear. Basil Joseph narrated a story that Allu Arjun liked, but concerns exist over its fit with his star image. The project is still in early stages, with no official confirmation. Geetha Arts may consider another lead if it […]
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP of indirectly supporting Kerala’s LDF in upcoming Assembly polls, calling it a “CPI(M)-BJP combination. ” Speaking at Adoor, he claimed the BJP opposes UDF to weaken Congress nationally. Gandhi also alleged central agencies target opposition leaders, while Kerala CM and LDF figures face no scrutiny.
“Dhurandhar: The Revenge,” starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar, has smashed box office records, grossing a staggering ₹1365 crore globally in just 11 days. With ₹867 crore nett in India, it’s now the nation’s highest-grossing film, smashing previous records and racing confidently toward the ₹1000 crore nett mark.